Happy Independence Day!

Published Jul 4, 2007

On behalf of the network we'd like to wish all of our American visitors a safe and happy Fourth of July celebration!

For those returning after the news draught (when our scripts weren't working), I'd welcome you once again to check out a fantastic independent mod network called JKhub, which includes many projects for the classics Dark Forces II: Jedi Knight and Mysteries of the Sith!

LA President James Ward ResignsVarious sites (including gamespot) have reported that LucasArts President (since 2004) James Ward has decided to resign from his post, citing personal reasons.

Mind Controlled Video Games?Yes, the Wii makes great strides when it comes to game control, but how about being able to control video games with your mind? Don't think it's so far fetched as the technology will be available as early as next year.

Lego Star Wars - Complete Saga ReviewIt's that time of year ... and Lego Star Wars: The Complete Saga is hitting store shelves in time for the holiday season... so be sure to see what the folks over at IGN had to say about the new title in their recent review of the title. Lets just say Lego is not just for kids anymore...

That's right folks... on tap on the heels of the success of Lego Star Wars, LEC recently announced Lego Indiana Jones for platforms soon to be announced.

LucasArts and TT Games have announced that Lego Indiana Jones: The Videogame [working title] will whip onto game consoles next year. Developed by the same team at Traveller's Tales that created the Lego Star Wars series, Indiana Jones presents a tongue-in-cheek take on the first three cinematic adventures of pop culture's iconic archaeologist, including Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.

Jedi Knight SP Level ContestThe fine folks over at The Massassi Temple bring word they are hosting their first major single-player level contest. The contest runs about 2 months, levels can be for Jedi Knight, Mysteries of the Sith, Jedi Outcast, or Jedi Academy. First prize winner gets a video game of their choice. Please read the contest page for full details.